Constituted 772 bombardment squadron heavy on 19 may 1943. The 393d bomb squadron 393 bs is part of the 509th bomb wing at whiteman air force base, missouri. Original wwii aaf usaf squadron patch collection for sale lost worlds. Patch with 772d troop carrier squadron emblem, 772 troop carrier sq. The 340 bomb squadron, 97 bomb group, air force patch. The 463rd bomb group was comprised of four squadrons. Measuring approximately 5 12 inches 14cm in diameter. The 393d bombardment squadron is the only united states air force squadron to carry out. Original wwii army air forces squadron patches lost worlds. This is a prizewinning photograph taken by usaf journalist airman first class marion l. The four squadrons were the 772nd, 773rd, 774th, and 775th. Usaaf patch in reproduction ww ii united states collectibles for.
I believe the only ones they still have are swoose pathches and 775th patches, with no plans to order any more for any of the. The squadron was first activated as the 772d bombardment squadron during world war ii. Established in mid1943 as a b17 flying fortress heavy bombardment squadron. Official home of the 450th bomb group memorial association. It was designed in response to a usaac united states army air corps competition in august 1934, the.
As a professional researcher and world war ii historian, bill beigel provides research. We are the 22nd bombardment squadron m, 341st bombardment group m, of the 10th and 14th air forces in the chinaburmaindia theater of world war ii from 1942 to 1945. Us army air force, corps wwii squadron patch insignia. It is deployed with the 451st air expeditionary wing at kandahar airfield, afghanistan. Stambaugh served as temporary commander of the group until august 27, 1943 when lt. Usaf 70 bombardment squadron patch bs academy colorado duces volatus. Make offer usaf 70 bombardment squadron patch bs academy colorado duces volatus. Aaf squadron patch, hand painted, 772nd bombardment. A 774th bomb squadron, 463rd bomb group b17 flying fortress serial number 4231684 nicknamed joker drops its bombs. The 772d expeditionary airlift squadron is a provisional united states air force unit, assigned to air combat command to activate or inactivate as needed.
They are very good items for decorating your flight jackets. The squadron was first activated as the 773d bombardment squadron at geiger field, washington on 1 august 1943 as one of the four original squadrons of the 463d bombardment group. Hand painted 772nd bs leather squadron patch for a 2 flight jacket ebay see more. Original wwii aaf squadron patch collection for sale lost worlds collection.
Garcia aviation company has been in business for over 25 years. The victory bound was a part of the 772nd squadron. As far as i know, there are no 772nd patches still available from the group. The group would be made up of four squadrons, the 772nd, 773rd, 774th, and 775th. Original wwii 772nd bomb squadron patch leather off jacket italian theater made.
Unit records are useful in piecing together stories about a unit or group, as well as about individuals who. Wwii aac aaf squadron insignia patch page 2 units above 200. Original wwii 772nd bomb squadron patch leather off jacket. The 463rd bomb group consisted of four squadrons of b17 bombers. What you see in the pictures is what you get unless otherwise stated. Actual date of activation was set at august 1, 1943.
Frank kurtz, a former member of the 19th bombardment group. Research a wwii veterantrace his steps through the war. Constituted 82d bombardment squadron light on 20 nov 1940. See more ideas about air force patches, patches and air force. Volunteers are transcribing servicemen names and their awards from general orders that we are. Original wwii usaaf b17 group photo 652nd bomb squadron alconbury england 1945. According to the monthly unit history, 8th attack squadron, may 1944, the 8th squadron insignia first appeared in world war i when the squadron, then known as the 8th aero squadron, began operations in france in 1918, as the first united states air unit equipped with american built dh4 attack and reconnaissance planes. Clement bird, was equipped with b24h and j models equipped with h2x. Original wwii army air forces squadron patches page 1. A2, a1, g1, b2, b3, anj4 us wwii leather flight jackets aaf, usmc, usn vintage hyde corp. Patch with 752d bombardment squadron emblem approved 16 february 1945, 752d bombardment squadron emblem.
Usaaf squadron patches these squadron patches are beautifully hand embroidered, just like the original theatre made examples from wwii. The squadron was first activated as the 772d bombardment squadron. We offer many authentic aviation items which include vintage flying helmets, flying gloves, insignia, and goggles and accessories many of. It is to them, and many like them, that we owe our freedom words of caution. Patches of pride products are manufactured in 16th scale for use with 12 inch action figure toys like gijoesnot for use on fullsize real uniforms worn by human beings. Ww2 army air corps air force unit records research ww2. Using daily unit records, rosters, medical records, military service records, and individual flight records among many other resources we can follow individual wwii veterans through the war to show you where they were and what they did during wwii. Frank kurtz, a former member of the 19th bombardment. The 752d bombardment squadron is a former united states army air forces unit. Group historian joel swindlehurst son of roy, 772nd has compiled a pictorial history of the 463rd on a cd that contains over 2000 images of the men of the 463rd, their bombers, and their memories. Usaaf 772nd bomb squadron leather squadron patch layered.
Slideshows 463rd bomb group historical society home page. The 15th consisted of several bomb groups and a multitude of squadrons. Our squadron patches are painted all by hand not silk screen painting. Air force was part of the army during world war ii, and was also called the army air forces or the air corps. I believe the only ones they still have are swoose pathches and 775th patches, with no plans to order any more for any of the other squadrons. The boeing b17 flying fortress was in service from start to finish of us participation in world war 2. The squadron patch was used and worn by the squadron s crews during the war, but was never officially recognized by the army air force.
Often there were patches that were not registered with the heraldic section of the army and not all of the official designs are shown anywhere, some squadron used more than one design, such as the 12th observation squadron of an eagle on a yellow circle carrying a bomb. The 463rd bomb group was referred as the swoose group in honor of colonel frank kurtzs plane with a halfgoose, halfswan nose art. Boeing b17 flying fortress heavy bomber world war photos. Bombardment patch in original current air force patches.
The squadron was first activated as the 772d bombardment squadron during. Original wwii usmc marine corps squadron patches for sale. The 515th bombardment squadron is an inactive united states air force unit. Military colonel group commander pilot 463rd bomb group kurtz was born in. The 814th bomb squadron, under the command of capt. Shortly after the war in europe was over, the 758th squadron along with the 459th b. The squadron patches of each 482nd bomb group are clearly visible on the web pages. The slideshows below contain just a sampling of those images in an attempt to capture the spirit of the 463rd. Get the best deals on bombardment patch in original current air force patches when you shop the largest online selection at. Air force patches jim buchanan jbmilart military art. I believe the only ones they still have are swoose pathches and 775th patches, with no plans to order any more for any of the other squadrons, the reasoning being that unless there is a significant demand, the cost for setup and production are prohibitive now days. The aircraft was declared missing in action on the 7th of july 1944. Its last was assigned to the 376th bombardment wing, stationed at lockbourne air force base, ohio. Each patch symbolizes the use of a form of light while holding a bomb.